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Why You Shouldn’t Compost These 3 Things—Even If TikTok Says It’s Fine

January 16, 2026 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Why You Shouldn’t Compost These 3 Things—Even If TikTok Says It’s Fine

Composting can feel like a magic trick: scraps disappear, and your garden seems to thank you with richer soil and healthier plants. But not all kitchen scraps belong in the compost pile. Those viral TikTok compost hacks might look convincing, but some of them could actually harm your compost, attract pests, or slow down the…

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8 Compost Ingredients That Break Down Faster in Fall

October 3, 2025 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Some compost ingredients break down faster in the fall.

There’s something magical about fall: the crisp air, the crunch of leaves, the pumpkin spice lattes… and, believe it or not, the speed at which your compost pile kicks into high gear. That’s right—autumn isn’t just a season for sweaters and hayrides; it’s prime time for making black gold out of kitchen scraps and yard…

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